narcissistic
/ˌnɑːrsɪˈsɪstɪk/
ADJECTIVE
1. Having an inflated idea of one's own importance
Having an exaggerated sense of one's own importance, abilities, achievements, or superiority, often accompanied by excessive pride, vanity, and a desire for admiration.
1.1. Arrogant and excessively self-important
Describes someone who considers themselves superior or more important than others and displays excessive pride, conceit, or arrogance.
Synonyms
- conceited
- egotistical
- egotistic
- egomaniacal
- egocentric
- egoistic
- egoistical
- pompous
- overweening
- haughty
- prideful
- vainglorious
- self-important
- self-conceited
- stuck-up
- smug
- vain
Antonyms
- humble
- modest
- diffident
- self-doubting
- self-questioning
- self-effacing
Examples
- The leader's management style was often described as narcissistic by the team.
- His narcissistic attitude made collaboration with colleagues difficult.
- The professor's lectures were criticized for their self-indulgent and narcissistic nature.
Related Words
- arrogant
- big-headed
- boastful
- braggart
- cocky
- condescending
- domineering
- high-handed
- imperious
- presumptuous
- pretentious
- supercilious
- swellheaded
- swaggering
1.2. Excessively focused on oneself
Describes someone who is preoccupied with their own image, feelings, interests, or ego, often showing little concern for other people's needs or perspectives.
Synonyms
- self-absorbed
- self-centered
- self-complacent
- self-concerned
- self-contented
- self-directed
- self-glorifying
- self-indulgent
- self-infatuated
- self-interested
- self-involved
- self-loving
- self-obsessed
- self-opinionated
- self-oriented
- self-pleased
- self-preoccupied
- self-regarding
- self-satisfied
- self-seeking
- self-serving
- selfish
- solipsistic
Antonyms
- altruistic
- selfless
- unselfish
- self-denying
- self-forgetful
- self-giving
- self-sacrificing
- other-directed
Examples
- Her narcissistic tendencies became evident in the way she constantly sought attention.
- The therapist worked with clients to navigate relationships with narcissistic partners.
- His narcissistic behavior made it difficult for him to consider other people's feelings.
Related Words
- self-admiring
- self-congratulatory
- self-dramatizing
- self-engrossed
- self-promoting
- self-regard
- self-interest
- egocentrism
- egoism
- vanity
1.3. Excessively vain and pleased with oneself
Describes someone who has excessive admiration for their own appearance, qualities, or accomplishments and takes great satisfaction in themselves.
Synonyms
- complacent
- self-complacent
- self-satisfied
- self-pleased
- smug
- vain
- self-conceited
- self-infatuated
- self-admiring
- self-glorifying
Antonyms
- diffident
- modest
- humble
- self-doubting
- self-questioning
Examples
- Her narcissistic personality was apparent in her constant admiration of her own appearance.
- He seemed narcissistic whenever he talked about his personal achievements.
- The autobiography revealed a narcissistic fascination with the author's own image.
Related Words
NOUN
2. A person who is excessively self-absorbed
A person who displays narcissistic characteristics, particularly excessive self-importance, self-admiration, and preoccupation with their own image and ego.
2.1. A narcissistic or self-centered person
A person characterized by excessive self-love, vanity, egotism, and an exaggerated sense of personal importance.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- altruist
- humanitarian
- philanthropist
Examples
- The narcissistic in the story manipulated everyone around him.
- The therapist discussed the behavior of a narcissistic who constantly demanded admiration.
Related Words
- megalomaniac
- self-absorbed person
- self-centered person
- self-important person
- self-obsessed person